Expertise in
4
conditions
Expertise in
4
conditions
MUSC Health Partners
10 McClennan Banks Dr, 
Charleston, SC 

Overview

Aaron Lesher is a Pediatric Surgeon in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Lesher is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Necrosis, Hernia, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 36 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties

Pediatric Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in SC

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Absolute Total Care South Carolina
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
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Locations

MUSC Health Partners
10 McClennan Banks Dr, Charleston, SC 29401
Other Locations
MUSC University Hospital
171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


2 Clinical Trials

Timing of Inguinal Hernia Repair in Premature Infants: A Randomized Trial
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Aaron Lesher

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Aaron Lesher?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Aaron Lesher by calling their office at 843-792-3851. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Aaron Lesher a top-rated expert for Gastrostomy?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Aaron Lesher is classified as an Advanced expert for Gastrostomy, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Aaron Lesher specialize in?

While Dr. Aaron Lesher is a Pediatric Surgery, they have specific expertise in Gastrostomy, Necrotizing Enterocolitis, and Necrosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Surgery.

Does Dr. Aaron Lesher participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Aaron Lesher has published 36 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gastrostomy. You can view a list of Dr. Aaron Lesher's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Aaron Lesher accept my insurance?

Dr. Aaron Lesher accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 843-792-3851 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.

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